1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 1969 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1969 Nissan Skyline is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 528 kg more than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1951 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 1969 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | MK V | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
